Hampton credited his knowledge of government by serving as an intern for U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu and state Sen. “Rick” Gallot Jr. He is a legislative assistant to state Rep. Patrick O. Jefferson.

HAYNESVILLE – Lifelong Haynesville resident Roderick D. Hampton announced today he will be a candidate for mayor in the Nov. 4 election.

“I am very fortunate to be a citizen of Haynesville and raised by two wonderful parents, Ricky and Tonjya Penigar. During my years as a community servant, I have learned the value of hard work and helping people. Therefore, the time is now to run for mayor,” he said in his announcement

Hampton said he gained knowledge of city, state and federal government by serving as an intern for U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu and state Sen. Richard “Rick” Gallot Jr., and he is serving as legislative assistant to state Rep. Patrick O. Jefferson.

Hampton got an inside glimpse of Haynesville government in 2006 when he served as a District 2 councilman under the administration of former Mayor H.U. “Mutt” Slaid.

His other civic involvement includes being a member of the Golden Tornado Quarterback Club, Louisiana Democratic Party, immediate past president of Young Democrats of North Louisiana, Community Improvement Organization of Haynesville, past director of Haynesville Mayor’s Youth Council, Rogers C. & Lafaye Jackson Memorial Scholarship Committee; Claiborne Parish Police Jury Community Service Advisory Board and the Independence Bowl Board Foundation Executive Board, serving as division chair for special events.

Hampton attends United Zion Freewill Baptist Church, where he is a deacon and business manager.

“As mayor, I seek to create a five-year plan securing economic development through creating new jobs and promoting current businesses,” Hampton said in his release. “In closing, I would like the opportunity to put all my energy in the continued growth and progress of our great town.”

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